Do I need a shot if I was bitten by a kitten and there's slight bleeding?
Generally speaking, whether a person needs a shot after being bitten by a kitten with slight bleeding depends on factors such as the nature of the wound and whether the kitten has been vaccinated. A deep wound with severe tissue damage or an unvaccinated kitten usually requires medical injection; whereas a superficial wound with minimal bleeding and a kitten that has received rabies vaccination typically does not require a shot. Specific analysis is as follows:
If the wound is deep, located near sensitive areas such as the face or hands, involves serious tissue damage, and the kitten's vaccination status is unknown, a shot is generally recommended to reduce the risk of rabies infection.
If the wound is shallow with little bleeding and the kitten has a complete vaccination record, the person usually does not need a shot. In this case, it is recommended to thoroughly wash the wound with soap and running water, then disinfect it with iodine or alcohol.
After being bitten by a kitten, it is advisable to clean and disinfect the wound promptly to prevent infection.